Ali Fagan
Location
Amsterdam, The Netherlands
School
Southern Methodist University, Institute Of Culinary Education, Hotelschool The Hague
Expertise
Gluten-free Cooking, Recipe Development, Kitchen Tips & Tricks
- After being diagnosed with Celiac Disease in 2003, Ali quickly realized that if she wanted to enjoy certain foods, she needed to make them herself – and thus her love for all things culinary began.
- In 2021, Ali won an award for her Banh Mi-inspired blended mushroom burger.
- Being eager to learn about new foods, Ali has traveled to over 50 countries to explore their culinary scenes.
Experience
Through her hands-on experience in both the front and back of house of many restaurants, Ali has gained insider knowledge of the food scene. In addition, she began learning all about the world of food media while working as a recipe developer in the test kitchen of the Food Network. Since then, she has freelanced throughout the food industry focusing on food writing, recipe development, content creation, and menu development. As her passion for food only grows, she is eager to learn all that she can about various ingredients and cooking methods. Currently, Ali writes for various blogs, cookware lines, and food media outlets.
Education
Ali has a bachelor's and master's degree from Southern Methodist University in Dallas, Texas, focusing in Accounting. After working as an accountant, she decided to explore the culinary world and earned a Culinary Arts and Culinary Management Certificate from the Institute of Culinary Education. Following this, she received an MBA from Hotel School the Hague in Amsterdam, The Netherlands, focusing in International Hospitality to increase her knowledge of the global culinary scene.
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Stories By Ali Fagan
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Many people believe electric and induction cooktops can be used in the same way, but this isn't true because induction cooktops require specific cookware.
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We are all looking to improve our diets. Understanding the cruciferous class of vegetables, practically all of which are superfoods, will make that job easier.
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What exactly does it mean if an Instant Pot shows a "burn" message, and perhaps more importantly, what should you do to fix it?
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Along with fall comes soup, an all-time favorite during colder months. However, there's a mistake you need to avoid when thickening it with flour. Here it is.
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Making a dressing at home can provide a unique flavor experience. Here is the quick way to know whether or not your homemade salad dressing has expired.
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Ben & Jerry's has had some fun promotions throughout the years, but none are as anticipated as this one, which has been a tradition since 1979.
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It is believed that the original Krispy Kreme recipe may have contained a very unexpected ingredient commonly found on Thanksgiving day plates.
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Surf and turf is a delicious option to get the best of both worlds on a night out. While it's obvious where "surf" comes from, why is steak called "turf"?
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Jam roly-poly is a traditional British dessert, but it once had a fairly untraditional way of being made. Savory suet dough isn't the only surprising component.
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Did you know there are certain Ben & Jerry's flavors that you can't buy in stores? They're only available from Ben & Jerry's ice cream shops.
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Thai salads are much more than leafy, green sides meant to squeeze some vegetables into a meal. Instead they're an integral part of a well-balanced Thai meal.
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Shake Shack is kicking up the heat with a new "Hot Ones" collaboration. Here are the spicy new menu items you can expect to try on your next burger run.
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Garlic scapes are a wonderful substitution for the cloves. With a more delicate flavor they can be used in a myriad of dishes, so here's what you need to know.
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Tomato powder provides a deep and concentrated tomato flavor wherever it's used, so you should always keep it in your pantry. Here's what to use it for.
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McDonald's just announced plans to pull from its archives and revivie a sweet breakfast item it served in the '80s for its McCafé menu.
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Bassetts Ice Cream is the oldest ice cream company in the United States. Here is why it once relied upon the power of a mule to make its delicious cold treats..
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Why is it that the rotisserie chicken purchased is always better than your at home roasted chicken?
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Steak and potatoes? Get out of here! Steak and mushrooms are the true match made in heaven. Here's which varieties pair best, whether in sauces or as sides.
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Ice cream fans, get ready to travel. One flavor can only be sampled in Canada, but those lucky enough to try a colorful scoop love its flavor.
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If it seems like your homemade lemonade is not as good as you remember from childhood or compared to what you get at a restaurant, we may have found the answer.
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Remember the 1980s controversy over ketchup as a vegetable? Well, a lesser-known ruling by the USDA qualifies salsa as a vegetable in schools. Here's why.
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One might think faster is always better, but that's not always the case when it comes to the Instant Pot.
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You may regularly clean your refrigerator, but there are some things you may be missing even when you're doing a deep clean. Here are the details!
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Before you start getting all creative and fancy with gravy additions, let's make sure you have the basics down to avoid ruining a meal with overly salty gravy.
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Is there really such a big difference between a dice and a chop? The answer to that question is absolutely not. Here's how to tell the difference.
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Have you ever wanted to make chocolate truffles at home, but you've been too intimidated to try? It's pretty simple, but you have to heat the cream correctly.
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Have you ever cut out the perfect sugar cookie heart or star but then it transforms in the oven, ballooning into an unrecognizable lump? Here's how to fix that.